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Habeck's speech offers a nuanced perspective on how democracies, particularly Germany with its historical context, should respond to the Israel-Palestine conflict. He emphasizes that Hamas is a recognized terror group and that Israel's security is threatened by this terrorism, not by the Palestinian population as a whole.
Furthermore, Habeck underscores the importance of peace talks and humanitarian efforts that are pushed currently by the US and Germany. He acknowledges the value of free speech but condemns antisemitism and violence against Jews. Habeck's message is clear: those who wish to live in Germany must embrace its laws and culture of open debate, rejecting hatred directed at Jews and Israel.
Habeck's speech demonstrates a level of statesmanship often missing in today's politics. One might expect such a statement from the Bundeskanzler, but unfortunately and as usual, Scholz's response appears absent.